Sports Betting Has Been Big Business for States

Written by :

Aaron Goldstein

Published on :

24 November, 2020

Sports Betting Has Been Big Business for States

The numbers don't lie. Since a handful of states legalized sports betting over the past two years, the take has been staggering.

If @GregAbbott_TX doesn’t legalize sports betting I’m running for governor idc https://t.co/aC7i6KWUeO
— Marky Mark (@MarkHall_40) November 24, 2020

New Jersey led the way with $803 million, followed by Nevada with $660 million. Indiana, a relative newcomer to the sector, brought in $230 million.

If @GregAbbott_TX doesn’t legalize sports betting I’m running for governor idc https://t.co/aC7i6KWUeO
— Marky Mark (@MarkHall_40) November 24, 2020

Nevada's entire gaming sector for October: Blackjack $60.2 million Craps $27.6 million Roulette $18.5 million Baccarat $59.3 million Sports $42.4 million Penny slots $250.0 million [Source: Nevada Gaming Control]

- Aaron Goldstein, Gambling911.com

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